KentuckyHB 5712026 Regular SessionHouse

AN ACT relating to light pollution and declaring an emergency.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

New rules take effect immediately

The law takes effect as soon as it is signed or otherwise becomes law. The shielding rules and the 30‑day complaint fix apply right away.

State lights blocked from farm land

The cabinet cannot let its outdoor lights shine onto agricultural land, public or private. New fixtures installed after the law takes effect must be fully shielded if their light would reach farm land. If light from a cabinet fixture hits your agricultural land, you can send a written complaint. The cabinet must make that light fully shielded within 30 days. Agricultural land includes tracts of at least 10 contiguous acres used for farming, or tracts that qualify under state or federal farm programs.

Temporary road work lighting rules

For highway construction or maintenance, the cabinet and its contractors may use temporary lights that reach agricultural land. The encroachment can last no longer than 180 days. These lights must be turned off when not in active use for work or safety. This is a limited exception to the general shielding and encroachment rules.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Kim Holloway
Republican • House

Cosponsors

John Hodgson
Republican • House
Ryan Bivens
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 135 • No: 0

Senate vote • 4/1/2026

3rd reading, passed

Yes: 37 • No: 0

House vote • 3/10/2026